Caseworker II, Supervision Unit

Sarasota County Government • Sarasota County Treatment Court, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will supervise individuals on pretrial release, monitoring compliance with court-ordered conditions, including court appearances, testing requirements, electronic monitoring, curfews, travel restrictions, and no-contact orders. You will maintain regular contact with clients through in-person meetings, phone calls, and remote check-ins to support successful supervision. You will also connect clients with community resources and support services while collaborating with law enforcement, courts, treatment providers, and other partner agencies. Additionally, you will prepare and process supervision-related documentation, including case notes, reports, release agreements, and revocation requests when needed. You will maintain accurate case files and records, ensuring timely data entry and compliance with departmental and legal recordkeeping requirements. You will also assist with client drug screening, investigation reports, statistical reporting, and other case management activities as assigned. You will attend court hearings, provide case information to the court, and testify regarding client compliance when required. Finally, you will support departmental operations by assisting with staff training, mentoring new employees, and participating in special projects or assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, counseling, social work, psychology, sociology, behavioral science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• OR: Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college degree.
• Must obtain certification by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) as a Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (FCIC/NCIC) operator within six (6) months of appointment.
• Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of 5 years.
• CJIS Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to an extensive background check(s) as part of the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

• Conduct interviews, gather information, and assess client situations using sound judgment and effective investigative techniques.
• Maintain accurate case records and prepare clear, concise reports, documentation, and correspondence.
• Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, courts, partner agencies, and team members.
• Build positive working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds while handling sensitive or challenging situations with professionalism.
• Stay organized, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and respond appropriately in fast-paced, emergency, or crisis situations while maintaining high ethical and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise individuals on pretrial release, monitoring compliance with court-ordered conditions, including court appearances, testing requirements, electronic monitoring, curfews, travel restrictions, and no-contact orders.
• Maintain regular contact with clients through in-person meetings, phone calls, and remote check-ins to support successful supervision.
• Connect clients with community resources and support services while collaborating with law enforcement, courts, treatment providers, and other partner agencies.
• Prepare and process supervision-related documentation, including case notes, reports, release agreements, and revocation requests when needed.
• Maintain accurate case files and records, ensuring timely data entry and compliance with departmental and legal recordkeeping requirements.
• Assist with client drug screening, investigation reports, statistical reporting, and other case management activities as assigned.
• Attend court hearings, provide case information to the court, and testify regarding client compliance when required.
• Support departmental operations by assisting with staff training, mentoring new employees, and participating in special projects or assignments as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• Award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level